Northwest Food And Wine Festival
In 2007 The Northwest Food and Wine Festival will enter its second year with a targeted half day wine and food celebration created to present a rich rewarding experience for wine lovers and gourmet food enthusiasts. Held on Saturday, November 10th, 2007 at the Memorial Coliseum in the Blazers Rose Quarter Complex the festival kicks off with a Magic of Magnums in the early afternoon followed by the Big Grand Wine Tasting Event on the main floor of the coliseum. A floor filled with over 400 wines and 50 restaurants and gourmet food tastes will feature an incredible array of options for guests. They will receive a commemorative wine glass, and be able to navigate the floor, smelling,savoring and seeing the bounty of the Northwest, delighting in its offerings. Wines and restaurants are alternated creating a wonderful opportunity for guests to try the gourmet pairings that are created. Whether enjoying the seafood bar, the huge chocolate fountain or the Deep Water Grill all will appreciate the epicurean atmosphere. Certified sommeliers and chefs will be available to answer questions about wines and their establishments. Industry booths of gourmet food, wine and culinary accoutrements will introduce their brand or product to attendees.
A silent auction for Oregon Food Bank, and the "get corked competition" add to the overall fun and enjoyment. Live music on the raised stage feature incredible musicians like Aaron Meyers and Jay "Bird" Koder. The stage will act as a place to relax and have a coffee or simple gaze out at the bustling floor. Wine enthusiasts and food lovers will savor and remember the flavors they experienced at the Northwest Food and Wine Festival long after the doors to The Memorial Coliseum are closed.
Many wineries will be offering bottle and case discounts and free shipping. Guests will have the opportunity to find that great wine buy!
A Parade of Ports will take place on Sunday Afternoon, November 11th, 2007 at Fenouil Restaurant in the Pearl. If you enjoy those tastes of sheer delight you won't want to miss this premier event! The weekend finishes with a Wine Maker Dinner at Fenouil Restaurant beginning at 6:30 which features Alexandria Nicole Wine Maker Jarrod Boyle. Enjoy a five course menu designed especially for you and savor a once in a life time experience for true wine enthusiasts!
Tina Curry
800-422-0251 x 3006
Northwest Food and Wine Festival
2316 NE Minnehaha Street, Vancouver WA 98665
info@nwfoodandwinefestival.com